LG CC990M User manual

Before connecting, operating, or adjusting this product,
please read this instruction booklet carefully and completely.
VCR
OWNER’S MANUAL
MODEL: CC990M

Precautions
Information
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Note to CATV system
installer: This reminder is
provided to call the CATV
system installer’s attention
to Section 820-40 of the
NEC which provides
guidelines for proper
grounding and, in
particular, specifies that
the cable ground shall be
connected to the
grounding system of the
building, as close to the
point of cable entry as
practical.
WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK);
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION : TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR
OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE PLUG CAN BE FULLY INSERTED WITHOUT EXPOSING ANY PARTS OF THE BLADES.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation! This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
This Class (B) digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe (B) respecte toutes les
exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
REGULATORY INFORMATION
This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the
product.
FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment
may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose
the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.

Table of Contents Features
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• MTS Hi-Fi Stereo
•
OPR (Optimum Picture Response)
• Easy Graphic Menu
• Video Doctor
(Advanced Self-Diagnosis)
• 181 Channel Frequency
Synthesized Cable Compatible
Tuner with Autochannel
Programming and Multichannel
Scan
• 1 Year/7 Event Timer with DAILY
and WEEKLY Function
• Auto Power and Playback
Functions
• ITR (Instant Timer Recording)
• Real-Time Tape Counter
• Visual Search, Logic Search,
CM Skip
• Clean Still, Slow, Frame Advance
• Auto Tracking Function/
Auto Head Cleaner
• On-screen Display of Function
• Trilingual On-screen
Programming
(English/Spanish/Portuguese)
Features/Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Your VCR’s Controls
(Front & Rear) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9
VCR to TV & Antenna to VCR . .8
CATV to VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Display Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
On-screen Display (OSD) . . . . . . . .11
Setting the On-screen Display . . . .12
Setting the menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Language Select . . . . . . . . . . .13
Function OSD On/Off . . . . . . . .13
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . .13
Tuning in TV Stations . . . . . . . . . . .14
How to Play Back a Tape . . . . .15-17
Normal Playback . . . . . . . . . . .15
Special Playback . . . . . . . . . . .16
The Others’ Playback . . . . . . . .17
How to Record . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-22
Normal Recording . . . . . . . . . .18
Instant Timer Recording . . . . . .19
Timer Recording . . . . . . . . .20-21
Dubbing and Editing . . . . . . . . .22
Hi-Fi Stereo System . . . . . . . . .23-24
MTS Broadcast . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Audio Output Selection . . . . . . .23
Broadcast type selection
for recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
SAP Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Real-Time Counter/
Counter Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Other Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Video Doctor . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Operating Hints . . . . . . . . . . . .26
ez (easy) Operation . . . . . . . . .27
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Main features of
this VCR
The serial number is found on
the back of this unit. This
number is unique to this unit
and not available to others.
You should record requested
information here and retain this
guide as a permanent record of
your purchase.
Model No.
Serial No.

SAFETY TIPS
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1. Read Instructions
All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the
product is operated.
2. Follow Instructions
All operating and use instructions
should be followed.
3. Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
4. Heed Warnings
All warnings on the product and in the
operating instructions should be
adhered to.
5. Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water –
for example, near a bath tub, wash
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a
wet basement, or near a swimming
pool.
7. Accessories
Do not place this product on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table. The product may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and
serious damage to the product. Use
only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table recommended by the
manufacturer, or sold with the product.
Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions,
and should use a mounting accessory
recommended by the manufacturer.
8. Transporting Product
A product and cart
combination should be
moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces
may cause the product
and cart combination to
overturn.
9. Attachments
Do not use attachments not
recommended by the product
manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
10.Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation and to ensure
reliable operation of the product and
to protect it from overheating, and
these openings must not be blocked
or covered. The openings should
never be blocked by placing the
product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other
similar surface. This product should
not be placed in a built-in installation
such as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions have been
adhered to.
11.Power Sources
This product should be operated only
from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you
are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your
product dealer or local power
company. For products intended to
operate from battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
12.Line-Cord Polarization
This product is equipped with a
polarized alternating-current line plug
(a plug having one blade wider than
the other). This plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should
still fail to fit, contact your electrician
to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.
13.Power-Cord Protection
Power-supply cords should be routed
so that they are not likely to be walked
on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular
attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the product.
Important safeguards for you and your new product
Your product has been manufactured and tested with your safety in mind. However, improper use can result in
potential electrical shock or fire hazards. To avoid defeating the safeguards that have been built into your new
product, please read and observe the following safety points when installing and using your new product, and
save them for future reference.
Observing the simple precautions discussed in this section of the operating guide can help you get many years of
enjoyment and safe operation that are built into your new product.
PORTABLE CART
WARNING

SAFETY TIPS
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14.Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system
is connected to the product, be sure
the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges. Article 810 of
the National Electrical Code (U.S.A),
ANSI/NFPA 70 provides information
with regard to proper grounding of the
mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of
antenna-discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding
electrode. (See figure 1 on the right.)
15.Lightning
For added protection for this product
(receiver) during a lightning storm, or
when it is left unattended and unused
for long periods of time, unplug it from
the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system. This will
prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
16.Power Lines
An outside antenna system should not
be located in the vicinity of overhead
power lines or other electric light or
power circuits, or where it can fall into
such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system,
extreme care should be taken to keep
from touching such power lines or
circuits as contact with them might be
fatal.
17.Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets and
extension cords as this can result in a
risk of fire or electric shock.
18.Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into
this product through openings as they
may touch dangerous voltage points
or short-out parts that could result in a
fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid
of any kind on the product.
19.Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product
yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service
personnel.
20.Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following
conditions:
a. If the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects
have fallen into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to
rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate
normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the
operating instructions as an
improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by
a qualified technician to restore the
product to its normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or
the cabinet has been damaged.
f. If the product exhibits a distinct
change in performance.
21.Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required,
be sure the service technician has
used replacement parts specified by
the manufacturer or have the same
characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result
in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.
22.Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or
repairs to this product, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product is in proper
operating condition.
23.Wall or Ceiling Mounting
The product should be mounted to a
wall or ceiling only as recommended
by the manufacturer.
24.Heat
The product should be situated away
from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other
products (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
Antenna Lead in Wire
Antenna Discharge Unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductors
(NEC Section 810-21)
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding
Electrode System
(NEC Art 250, Part H)
Ground
Clamp
Electric Service
Equipment
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
EXAMPLE OF GROUNDING ACCORDING TO
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 1

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Remote Control
Location & Functions
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Your video recorder (VCR) is designed so that almost all of it’s features can be controlled from the Remote
Control. Some features can also be controlled from the front panel of the video recorder. The
maximum operating distance that you may control your video recorder is about 25 feet (7.5 meters).
It must also be within an angle of 30 degrees either side of the remote sensor on the front of your
video recorder.
To avoid damage from possible battery leakage, remove the batteries if you do not plan to use the remote control
for an extended period of time. Do not use batteries of differing age or type. Always discard batteries safely.
To install batteries:
Your remote control is
powered by two AA type
batteries.
1. To insert them, push the
tab backwards and lift
off the cover of the
remote control.
2. Put the two batteries
into the compartment
making sure the + and –
are correctly positioned.
3. Replace the cover.
POWER
To turn the VCR on and off.
DD EE FF GG ARROWS
For OSD menu setting (page 12).
CLEAR
See the page 25.
ENTER
See the page 11, 12.
P/STILL
To still playback (page 16) or to
pause recording (page 18).
REW (Rewind)
To rewind the tape or for reverse
search (page 16).
REC (Record)/ITR
To start recording (page 18, 19)
NUMBER BUTTONS
To select a channel.
TV/VCR
See the page 18.
ez POWER OFF
See the page 27.
EJECT
To eject the tape in the VCR.
CHANNEL/TRACKING (+/–)
To scan up or down channels or
to obtain the best possible
picture (page 14, 15).
MENU
Shows main menu (page 12).
FF (Fast Forward)
To advance the tape or for
forward search (page 16).
PLAY
To play back a recorded tape.
STOP
To stop the tape.
CM SKIP
See the page 16.
SP/EP
Use to select recording speed
(page 18).
SLOW
For slow motion playback
(page 17).
ez REPEAT
See the page 27.
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Each button on your VCR has the same function as it’s corresponding button on the remote control.
Your VCR’s Controls
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Power
(On/Off)
AUDIO IN Left/Right/
VIDEO IN jacks (LINE2)
Remote
Control
sensor
Display
window
Channel
Selectors TV/VCR
PAUSE/
STILL
Fast
Forward
REC/ITR
(instant timer record)
Stop & Tape
Eject Cassette Compartment Rewind Play
You can select LINE1
(from AUDIO/
VIDEO IN jacks at
the rear) or LINE 2
(from AUDIO/ VIDEO IN
jacks at the front) pressing
CH (+/–)continuously to
display “LINE1”or “LINE2”
on the TV screen.
You can also select
“LINE1”or “LINE2”by
pressing 0button twice or
four times.
VHF/UHF
/CATV
ANT.
IN
OUT
TO
TV
CH3 CH4
VIDEO
OUT
MONO
LINE1(AUX1)
IN
OUT
IN
R - AUDIO - L
Power cord
RF OUT CHANNEL Selector
Set this switch to channel 3 or 4.
AUDIO OUT Left/Right/
VIDEO OUT jacks
AUDIO IN Left/Right/
VIDEO IN jacks (LINE1)
ANT.(Antenna)IN
(connect the
antenna using this
jack)
OUT TO TV
(connect to your TV
using this jack)

Connections
VCR to TV &
Antenna to VCR
The guidance given on the next two pages is the most common forms of connection. However please
check with your manufacturers instruction books for specific information. Make sure all connections
are made with both your VCR and additional appliance unplugged from the mains to avoid
damaging your equipment. Connecting a VCR using a Audio/Video cable is one of the best ways to
achieve optimum sound and picture quality from video-tape playback. If you own a stereo TV you will
be able to enjoy stereo sound when playing a stereo video tape or stereo TV reception.
When a TV is connected
with a coaxial cable only
When the TV is connected
to the OUT TO TV using a
supplied coaxial cable only,
set the channel selector at
the rear to CH 3 or CH 4,
not employed for
broadcasts, and select the
same channel on the TV.
When a TV is connected
with an audio/video cable
When the TV is connected
using an audio/video cable,
turn the TV and VCR on,
and select the video input
mode on the TV.
VCR reception setting
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VHF/UHF
/CATV
ANT.
IN
OUT
TO
TV
CH3 CH4
VIDEO
OUT
MONO
LINE1(AUX1)
IN
OUT
IN
R - AUDIO - L
To OUT TO TV
VCR s Back Panel
TV set
Cable/
Antenna
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
From
AUDIO/VIDEO OUT
To
AUDIO/VIDEO IN
AUDIO/VIDEO Cable (Supplied)
75 ohm Coaxial Cable
with Antenna Adapter (supplied)
OR
75 ohm
Coaxial
Cable
300 ohm
twin lead
300/75 ohm
Adaptor
(Not supplied)
OR
VHF/UHF Antenna
2-2 Audio/Video cable connection
improves the picture and
sound quality.
2-1 Connect the supplied Coaxial
Cable to OUT TO TV on the
VCR and antenna connector
on your TV.
1Disconnect the coaxial
cable (from antenna or
cable company) from your
TV and connect it to
ANT.IN on the VCR.

VHF/UHF
/CATV
ANT.
IN
OUT
TO
TV
CH3 CH4
VIDEO
OUT
MONO
LINE1(AUX1)
IN
OUT
IN
R - AUDIO - L
75 ohm
Cable
System
IN OUT
CABLE CONVERTER
VCR’s Back Panel 75 ohm Coaxial Cable with
Antenna Adapter (supplied)
TV set
Cable/
Antenna
If your cable service supplies you with a cable converter box, you can use the basic connection shown
below.
To view or record CATV channel
1Set the TV channel to the video output channel as located on the back of the VCR (CH3 or CH4).
2Set the VCR channel selector to the output channel of the cable converter box by pressing
CH (+/–)or number buttons (0-9) of your VCR. (Example: CH3)
3Select the channel to view at the Cable Converter Box.
Connections CATV to VCR
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With this connection,
you CANNOT
record one
program while
viewing another.
1Connect the cable from the
CATV system to the input on
the CATV converter.
2Connect the output on the
converter to ANT.IN on this
VCR. 3Connect the
supplied coaxial
cable to OUT TO
TV on the VCR
and antenna
connector on
your TV.

Display window
Information appears in the display window depending on the VCR function being used.
Display window shows which VCR function you are using. For example, when you press PLAY, PLAY
appears to indicate the tape operation. As you change channels, the channel numbers appear. The
current time shows even while the VCR is off.
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Front Panel Display shows which VCR function you
are using. For example, when you press SP/EP, SP
or EP appears to indicate the tape speed. As you
change channels, the channel numbers appear. The
current time shows even while the VCR is off.
HI —VCR is turned on.
BYE —VCR is turned off.
CUE —Tape is advancing rapidly in playback mode
for visual search.
-CUE —Tape is reversing rapidly in playback mode
for visual search.
FF (Fast Forward) —Tape is advancing rapidly.
L_ (Line_) —Auxiliary channel is selected for
viewing equipment connected to Audio/Video jacks
on the VCR.
PLAY —Tape is playing at normal playback speed.
REW (Rewind) —Tape is rewinding rapidly.
SLW (Slow) —Tape is playing at slow-motion for-
ward speed.
STL (Still) —Playback is halted on one frame.
STOP —Tape rewind or playback is stopped.
CH _ —VCR tuned to Channel _.
Cassette indictor
Lights while a cassette is
inserted, and flashes while
ejecting a cassette.
Record indicator
VCR indicator
REC
VCR
TIMER
AM
Clock/Tape operation indicator
TIMER indicator
AM indicator

Some of these functions will be displayed every time the VCR is operated.
Operation mode Channel number
Tape speed Broadcast type
ITR
Information
Current Clock/Counter
date
Each press of the ENTER changes the TV screen in
the following sequence.
On-screen Display OSD
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The clock (or tape
counter) only
mode will
continue until you
press ENTER again.
The tape counter
display does not appear
when the tape is not
inserted.
STOP CH 4
SP MONO
0H30M
JUL 05 , WED 2:15 PM
Identifying the on-screen display item Changing the on-screen function display
One press Two presses Three presses
STOP CH 4
SP MONO
JUL 05 , WED 2:15 PM
STOP CH 4
SP MONO
JUL 05 , WED 2:15 PM
STOP CH 4
SP MONO
M 0:35:40
2:15 PM M 0:35:40
After 3 seconds
2:15 PM
After 3 seconds
After 3 seconds
Press ENTER.Press ENTER. Press ENTER.
All indicator are turned off.
POWER
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Setting the
On-screen Display
Press MENU.
The main menu appears.
You may only set OPR when
playing a tape.
Select the desired menu
with FFor GG and then
press ENTER to see
desired sub menu to be
used.
To change the
language setting for
OSD (page 13).
Manual/Automatic
tuning setting
(page 14).
Date & clock setting
(page 13).
Timer recording
setting (page 20).
To display the
operational mode of
your VCR (page 13).
To improve the
playback picture
(page 17).
To select the
channel for audio
output (page 23).
To check a problem with
your VCR (page 26).
To use blue background
on-screen function
(Details are on the right).
To select received
Broadcast type.
(page 24)
Press MENU to exit the
menu.
Blue Background on-
screen Function On/Off
Select the item on the
main menu with FFor GG
and then press ENTER.
Select a desired mode
(ON or OFF) with DDor EE
and then press FFor GG.
The SETUP, clock setting, and timer recordings are accessed conveniently with On-screen Menu Displays
that lead you through each step. The following pages describe the On-screen selections to be set.
Blue Background on-screen Function: Shows blue background color on-screen while setting a
menu. We recommend keeping blue background option ON when On-screen display flickers.
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ESPAÑOL
ENGLISH
PORTUGUÊS
ON
OFF
POWER
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CH+/TRK+
CH—/TRK—
CLEAR
ENTER MENU
REC/
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REW FF
CH+/TRK+
CH—/TRK—
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ENTER MENU
CH—/TRK—
ENTER MENU
POWER
EJECT
CH+/TRK+
CH—/TRK—
CLEAR
ENTER MENU
REC/
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Language Selection: The on-screen programming of this VCR can display in either English, Spanish, or
Portuguese.
Function OSD On/Off: The on-screen display of this VCR can be turned on or off.
Setting the Clock: You must set the date and time for timer recordings.
Language Selection
Select the item on the
main menu with FFor GG
and then press ENTER.
Select a desired
language with DDor EEand
then press FFor GG.
Function OSD ON/OFF
Select the item on the
main menu with FFor GG
and then press ENTER.
Select a desired mode
(ON or OFF) with DDor EE
and then press FFor GG.
Setting the Clock
Select the item on the
main menu with FFor GG
and then press ENTER.
Press the EEor DDto set
MONTH first, then press
GGto move to next option.
And then set DAY, YEAR
and TIME by using EE, DD,
and GG.
Press MENU to exit the
menu.
1 2 3
Setting the Menu Language Select Function OSD On/Off Setting the Clock
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ESPAÑOL
ENGLISH
PORTUGUÊS
ON
OFF
D A T E
---/--/---- --- TIME --:-- --
D A T E
JUL/05/2000 WED TIME 2:15 PM
Press ENTER
POWER
EJECT
CH+/TRK+
CH—/TRK—
CLEAR
ENTER MENU
POWER
EJECT
CH+/TRK+
CH—/TRK—
CLEAR
ENTER MENU
POWER
EJECT
CH+/TRK+
CH—/TRK—
CLEAR
ENTER MENU
POWER
EJECT
CH+/TRK+
CH—/TRK—
CLEAR
ENTER MENU

Tuning in TV Stations
Automatically and Manually
Select the item on the
main menu with FFor GG,
and then press ENTER.
Press EEto choose the
SEARCH item, then
press ENTER.
All available channels in your
area are scanned and stored
in the memory of the VCR.
After scanning, the previous
screen returns.
Press MENU to exit the
menu.
When you perform the
Auto Channel Set, the
VCR automatically
selects the band (TV or
CATV) in which there are
more channels to be preset.
Remember, TV is for the air
antenna reception, CATV is
for cable or wireless cable
connection.
You can change the band
by pressing EEor DDto
choose second item, then
press ENTER to display
TV or CATV.
Adding or Deleting VCR
channels manually
①Select a channel using the
Number buttons to add or
CH (+/–)to delete.
②Follow Step
➊ , then
press EEor DDto choose
the first item, then press
ENTER to display ADD or
DEL (Delete).
Press MENU to exit the
menu.
This convenient Auto Channel Set function can preset up to 181 channels in your area (VHF channels 2 to
13, UHF channels 14 to 69 and CATV channels 1 to 125) on the VCR.
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Preparations
•Turn on the power of both the VCR and TV.
•Set the TV to the VCR Output Channel (CH 3 or 4) or video input.
•If a direct VIDEO/AUDIO connection is made between the VCR and the TV, set the TV’s source
selector to VIDEO.
Insert the video cassette
into your VCR.
The video cassette should
have the window side facing
up and the arrow facing
away from you.
The power turns on
automatically, if you load a
video cassette which has
had it’s record protection tab
removed (e.g rental movies
from video hire shops)
playback of the cassette will
start automatically.
Press PLAY to start
playback. Press STOP to stop playback.
If the tape reaches the end
before STOP is pressed, the
VCR will automatically stop,
rewind, eject, and it will turn
itself off.
Adjusting the picture
Although the VCR adjusts
the tracking automatically,
you may need to adjust
the tracking manually if
the tape quality is too
poor.
Auto tracking
While the VCR is adjusting
the tracking automatically,
“AUTO TRACKING”
appears. It turns off after the
adjustment is complete.
Manual tracking
If noise appears on the
screen during playback,
press either TRK (+/–)on
the remote control until the
noise on the screen is
reduced.
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If you do not wish
to record on a tape
(this can happen
quite easily by
accident!) remove
the protection tab
on the back edge
of the video
cassette.
It is possible to
record on a video
cassette with the
record protection
tab removed by
covering the hole
with self adhesive
tape.
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How to
Play back a tape
(Special)
Still Picture (& Frame
Advance) during
Playback
Press P/STILL to pause
a picture during playback.
Press and hold P/STILL
to advance the tape
frame by frame (slow
mode).
If a still picture vibrates
vertically, stabilize it by
pressing TRK (+/–)on the
remote control.
If a still picture lasts for more
than 5 minutes, the VCR will
automatically enter stop
mode to protect the tape.
To continue normal
playback, press PLAY.
Visual search
Press the desired search
buttons (FF or REW)
during playback.
If forward and reverse
searches lasts for more than
3 minutes, the VCR will
automatically enter playback
mode to protect the tape.
To continue normal
playback, press PLAY.
Logic search
Press and hold the
desired search button (FF
or REW) during fast-
forward or rewind mode.
Visual search (CUE/
REVIEW) begins so you can
check what is on the tape.
When released, Fast
Forward or Rewinding
resumes.
CM (Commercial
Message) Skip:
Press CM SKIP during
playback to skip
commercials or other
material.
Pressing 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6
times skips 30, 60, 90,
120, 150 or 180 seconds,
respectively.
CM SKIP skips a full 180
seconds of commercials
in a few seconds, then
resumes normal
playback.
Still Picture (& Frame Advance); You can watch a still picture during playback.
Visual search;This function lets you quickly and visually search for a desired tape section in either
direction: forward (called CUE) and reverse (called REVIEW).
Logic search; You can watch a picture during fast-forward or rewind mode.
CM (Commercial Message) Skip;This feature enables you during playback of a tape to skip a
commercial break in a few seconds, then resume normal playback.
Special effects
playback notes:
Horizontal lines
(noise bars) will
appear on the TV screen.
This is normal.
The audio is automatically
muted during special effect
modes, so there is no
sound during search.
During the visual (or logic)
search modes, a short
period is needed to
stabilize tape speed when
re-entering the PLAY mode.
Slight interference may be
observed during this period.
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Auto power shut-off; This feature is especially helpful when you finish watching a tape.
OPR (Optimum Picture Response); This feature automatically improves playback picture quality by
adjusting your VCR to the condition of the tape.
Slow Motion Playback
Press SLOW during
playback.
The tape will be played back
at a speed 1/19 times slower
than the normal speed.
During slow playback,
TRK (+/–) on the Remote
Control can be used to
minimize noise bands.
When the slow mode
continues for more than
3 minutes, the VCR will
automatically change to play
mode.
Auto power shut-off
During the REWIND
mode, press POWER
once.
The VCR will enter the
Auto power shut-off
mode.
The REW will flash.
After tape is rewound,
VCR will turn off
automatically.
OPR (Optimum Picture
Response):
You may only set OPR
when playing a tape.
Select the item on the
main menu with FFor GG
and then press ENTER.
Select a desired OPR
mode (OFF, SOFT or
HARD) with DDor EEand
then press FFor GG.
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Select “OPR-SOFT”
to make a picture
more soft.
Select “OPR-HARD”to
make a picture more
sharp.
You may only set OPR
when playing a tape.
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How to record
Normal recording
Set the desired speed
(SP or EP) by pressing
SP/EP.
EP provides three times as
much recording time as SP,
although SP produces better
picture and audio sounds.
Press CH (+/–)or
Number buttons to select
the channel to record.
If you want to record the
program through the line
input, press CH (+/–)
continuously to display
“LINE1”(from AUDIO/VIDEO
IN jacks at the rear) or
“LINE2”(from AUDIO/VIDEO
IN jacks at the front) on the
TV screen.
You can also select “LINE1”
or “LINE2”by pressing 0
button twice or four times.
Press the REC/ITR once.
The RECORD and REC
indicator appear on the TV
screen and display window.
If a cassette with no
prevention tab is loaded,
the cassette will be ejected
automatically. (“NO TAB
CASSETTE”message
appears)
To stop recording.
Press STOP.
To pause recording.
Press P/STILL.
The PAUSE appear on the
TV screen. Also REC
indicator will flash during
pause mode on the display
window
To resume recording,
press P/STILL again.
Preparations
•Make sure that you have correctly installed your VCR as described earlier in this book.
•Turn on the power of both the VCR and TV.
•Set the TV to the VCR Output Channel (CH 3 or 4) or video input.
•Insert a video cassette with protection tab into your VCR.
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To watch another TV
program while
recording
If the TV is
connected only with an
coaxial cable, press
TV/VCR after starting the
recording so that VCR
indicator in the display
window disappears. Then
select another channel on
the TV.
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Preparations
•Make sure that you have correctly installed your VCR as described earlier in this book.
•Turn on the power of both the VCR and TV.
•Set the TV to the VCR Output Channel (CH 3 or 4) or video input.
•Insert a video cassette with protection tab into your VCR.
Set the desired speed
(SP or EP) and select the
channel to record by
following steps
❶ to ❷
as shown “Normal
Recording”on the
previous page.
Press REC/ITR twice.
The ITR information as
illustrated, will appear on the
TV screen and display
window.
Recording will start.
ITR Information
Within a few seconds,
press REC/ITR
repeatedly to set the
recording duration.
0H00M (Regular recording)
↓↑
0H30M → 1H00M →....→ 9H00M
Instant Timer Recording
information appears on the
TV screen and window
display. (TIMER indicator
appears also.)
To stop, pause, or turn
off the power while
recording
Press STOP, P/STILL, or
POWER.
To extend the recording
duration while recording
Press REC/ITR, until the
new duration you want
appears.
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When the recording
time indicator in the
display window
counts down to
“0:00”, recording stops and
VCR turns off.
When the regular
recording is resumed by
pressing REC/ITR
repeatedly to display
“0H00M”, Instant Timer
Recording is canceled.
RECORD CH 4
SP MONO
0H00M
RECORD CH 4
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How to record
Timer Recording
Select the item on the
main menu with FFor GG,
and then press ENTER.
If all programs have already
been entered, FULLY
PROGRAMMED message
will appear.
Press ENTER to start
setting the timer record
event.
Press EE or DDto select
channel number (or
LINE1, LINE2) and then
press GG to move to next
option.
Press EE or DDto select
month and then press GG
to move to day item.
You can select date option
by pressing ENTER (Details
are on the left).
Press EE or DD to select
day and then press GG to
move to set time.
This VCR can be programmed to record up to 7 programs within a period of 1 year. For unattended
recording, the timer needs to know the channels to be recorded and the starting and ending times.
•Check that the VCR clock is set correctly.
•Insert a video cassette with protection tab into your VCR.
•If you have connected the CATV using the CATV converter, set the CHANNEL to match the cable
box output channel (usually CH3 or 4). Change the channel on the CATV converter instead of VCR.
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Press ENTER to
select date option
on the DATE item.
1~31=One time recording
DLY(Daily)=Same Mon~Fri
Weekly(SUN~SAT)=Same
time once a week
Date options
Press FFor GGto select a
date option then press
ENTER.
CH DATE T I M E
04 JUL 5 ––: ––––: ––SP
––––––––––: ––––: ––SP
––––––––––: ––––: ––SP
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DLY SU MO TU WE TH FR SA
CH DATE T I M E
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CH DATE T I M E
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CH DATE T I M E
04
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CH DATE T I M E
04 JUL5 ––: ––––: ––SP
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CH DATE T I M E
04 JUL 5 ––: ––––: ––SP
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